The London Marathon is only a few weeks away, and I’m sure the butterflies are building. By now, you’ve probably done your fair share of long runs, pace runs, and everything in-between! Now, with little more than a couple of months before race day, every run is important. That doesn’t necessarily mean long runs, however. […]
How to stay Marathon motivated this winter
I think it’s safe to say that winter has most definitely come for us in the UK. Temperatures hovering in single digits, rain and shorter days can play havoc with your Marathon training. Then there’s the small occasion of Christmas that can derail any meal plan. But with some small tweaks and changes to your […]
Choosing the right trainers for your London Marathon training
Wearing the right trainers on your runs can make or break your London Marathon training. Simply purchasing a pair from your local sports shop might not be the best route, because there’s a lot of specialist technology that goes into a decent running trainer. Plus, you’ve got to consider the type of terrain you’re running […]
Your London Marathon essential preparation
There are around 7 months to go until the London Marathon, and people everywhere are strapping their trainers on and beginning their running preparation. The Marathon is a significant life event and challenge that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Getting started is often the hardest step, especially if you’ve never done a marathon before. But you’re […]
Finding time for fitness with the kids around
Summer holiday season is in full swing, and that means that the kids are at home a lot more than usual, potentially wrecking havoc on your fitness plans. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a few tips and a bit of planning ahead, you can still have a fun and fit summer […]
5 ways to stay fit and healthy when on holiday
It’s officially holiday season with many of us jetting off to parts unknown over the next few months. But just because you’re on vacation, doesn’t mean that your fitness journey has to be too. Keeping fit on holiday (whilst still having fun) just involves some mindful choices throughout. By staying consistent with your diet and […]
Your summer body is just the start
Summer is only a few weeks away and the summer body slogans are out in force. Yes, everyone wants to look good when they hit the beach. But summer bodies aren’t the be all and end all. It should be less about becoming summer-ready, and more about your overall health and wellbeing. Fitness is for […]
How to stick to your fitness New Year’s Resolutions in 2018
It’s the New Year and I bet you’ve heard loads of people setting themselves New Year’s Resolutions. Maybe you’ve set a couple yourself. One of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions is to get fit, lose weight and generally just become a bit healthier. Visit any gym come January and you’ll see it full to […]
Christmas health goals: some tips to stay on track
Christmas is a time for celebration and with that comes a whole load of drinking, feasting and well, enjoying a merry old time! However, overdoing it at Christmastime might not just give you a bad case of bloat, it can also put your health goals completely out of whack. Of course, I’m not going to […]